Lemon Tahini Dressing – Creamy, Nutty, and Brightly
Shruthi
Lemon Tahini Dressing is a creamy and tangy sauce.It combines tahini, lemon juice, and garlic.Perfect for salads, bowls, and roasted vegetables.Quick and easy to prepare in minutes.Naturally dairy-free and nutritious.A versatile dressing with bold flavor.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course dressing, sauces
Cuisine Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
- ¼ cup tahini
- 2–3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 2–4 tablespoons water (to thin)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
In a bowl, whisk together tahini and lemon juice.
Add minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Slowly add water, one tablespoon at a time, until smooth and pourable.
Stir in olive oil if using.
Taste and adjust seasoning or lemon as needed.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.
- Tahini may thicken when mixed—this is normal.
- Add water gradually to control consistency.
- Fresh lemon juice gives the best flavor.
- Garlic intensity increases over time.
- Store in a sealed container in the fridge.
- Stir before using if it thickens.
- Use high-quality tahini for best results.
- Adjust salt based on preference.
Keyword healthy dressing, lemon tahini dressing, salad dressing, sesame dressing, tahini sauce, vegan sauce